Lift & tires affect tow capability?
04-29-2013, 01:02 PM
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EDIT: Sorry guys, I forgot the Unlimited has a 3500lb rating. Still 4500 means you're liable in an accident as other people have suggested, and i'd be concerned with over heating aswell as towing power, and most importantly; braking.
04-29-2013, 01:56 PM
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As my OP says- my trailer has dual axle brakes and I have a great brake controller wires in the jeep.
04-29-2013, 03:24 PM
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How big of a lift / wheel size are you wishing to go? I didn't notice any adverse changes when i went from stock to a 33" tire and 2.5" lift. It's darn near the same.
The 3:73 gearing is fine with my 6 speed. I am not sure how an auto would do. Again, I think the big question would be how big of a lift & tire are you planning on running?
The 3:73 gearing is fine with my 6 speed. I am not sure how an auto would do. Again, I think the big question would be how big of a lift & tire are you planning on running?
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04-29-2013, 04:24 PM
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How big of a lift / wheel size are you wishing to go? I didn't notice any adverse changes when i went from stock to a 33" tire and 2.5" lift. It's darn near the same.
The 3:73 gearing is fine with my 6 speed. I am not sure how an auto would do. Again, I think the big question would be how big of a lift & tire are you planning on running?
The 3:73 gearing is fine with my 6 speed. I am not sure how an auto would do. Again, I think the big question would be how big of a lift & tire are you planning on running?
04-29-2013, 07:16 PM
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Rob,
The towing over mountain passes was a conversation I had directly with a Jeep Engineer. He ultimately said it was rated VERY conservative for liability.
Aftery conversation, 5,000 lbs doesn't seem unreasonable. The JK engine power and cooling system may not be a fan of it though!
To your question: re-gear will be a must or you will notice it.
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The towing over mountain passes was a conversation I had directly with a Jeep Engineer. He ultimately said it was rated VERY conservative for liability.
Aftery conversation, 5,000 lbs doesn't seem unreasonable. The JK engine power and cooling system may not be a fan of it though!
To your question: re-gear will be a must or you will notice it.
Sent from some string and a few tin cans.